Jim Gowans’ West Hill Watch…

Surrey Street Trees

All five trees recently planted in Surrey Street as part of the multi million pound highways scheme in the vicinity of the main railway station have died or suffered severe damage as a result of vandalism or impact with motor vehicles which mount the pavement. A further three semi mature trees have been planted at the southern end of Surrey Street and we await their fate with some anxiety. As with the ill-fated Seven Dials Roundabout scheme which was over budget by 50% and which even then has required repairs less than a year after completion, there are inevitably questions raised about the competence of those designing the station gateway scheme. Continue reading West Hill Watch →